Do you actually need a mold pro?
Most small jobs you can safely handle yourself — and we'll tell you exactly how if that's you. Four quick questions, built on the EPA's own guidance, no scare tactics. If it does need a pro, you'll see precisely why.
Question 1 of 4
How big is the mold patch?
The EPA's own rule of thumb is about 10 square feet — roughly a 3 ft by 3 ft square, the size of a bath towel.
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Common questions
›How big a mold problem can I clean myself?
The EPA's rule of thumb is about 10 square feet — roughly a 3 ft by 3 ft area, the size of a bath towel. Below that, on a hard surface, from clean water, most homeowners can handle it safely. Above it, or with porous materials or dirty water, it's time for a pro.
›Should I use bleach on mold?
Not on porous materials like drywall or wood. Bleach doesn't reach the roots and adds moisture, which can make things worse. On hard, non-porous surfaces, plain detergent and water work for a small patch — the key step is drying it fully and fixing the moisture source.
›Do I need a mold test before remediation?
For a small, visible, clearly-defined patch you're cleaning yourself, usually no. For a larger job — especially before remediation — an independent assessment confirms the extent. In Florida, the company that assesses your mold legally can't be the one that removes it within 12 months.
›The mold came back after I cleaned it — what now?
Regrowth almost always means moisture is still getting in somewhere you can't see. That's the signal to bring in a verified pro to find and fix the hidden source, not just to clean the surface again.
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